**Updated recipe** This superbly natural, strong deodorant comes in a handy stick form and includes moisturizing mango butter and organic, natural oils as well as protective, sweat absorbing and stink-busting powders for sensitive skin. No toxins, no problems!

This strong deodorant formula will keep odor at bay for anyone. Like many natural deodorants it includes baking soda which absorbs and eliminates odor extremely reliably. Due to many reports we've seen of people reporting irritation from some baking soda deodorants we worked with our recipe to create a more balanced, skin-friendly formula so even sensitive skin types could enjoy strong odor protection. There is about half the baking soda as in other products, which is less problematic for your skin's natural Ph levels, yet we've retained all the efficacy.

We have made a slight ingredient change due to our previous zinc oxide supplier no longer having material to sell to us. The formula now includes zinc ricinoleate, which is a molecule made from zinc and ricinoleic acid, a major fatty acid of castor oil. This compound has odor absorbing properties - it surrounds and entraps scents, making it a great helper to the rest of the recipe. Because the zinc oxide is eliminated the stick now has a more off-white, creamy color to it.

Sweat and odor absorbing powders help top off our new solid, unscented deodorant recipe. Bentonite clay has a cleansing property for the body and Diatomaceous Earth and Organic Arrowroot Powder absorb some sweat. This is an aluminum free deodorant, making it a safe and healthy choice for you and your family.

As some people have allergies to essential oils this is a totally unscented deodorant formula. When we say unscented we mean it - this literally has no smell at all. You can layer it with your favorite natural perfume if you like and not worry about it competing or just smell like your clean self. Mango butter and the other base oils used are also hypoallergenic for most people, making this an extremely mild and widely applicable recipe.

This formula took many months in development as we tried to create the ideal combination of strong odor protection and mildness on skin. We tested many versions and this one spreads beautifully on skin in the perfect layer - not too thick or thin - and does the job just right. The stick format allows you to apply it without fingers which some folks very much prefer.

I have tried almost all the natural brands Jason's, Natures Gate, Toms, crystals... NONE really work. Yours is SO AMAZING if I am have one of those days were I have to go, go, go in the am and I just don't have time for a shower and I even forget to re apply deodorant, NO Problem, the applications from the day before keeps me covered. I know gross right, but it happens and it works!!! Thank you for being and awesome company with products that really work.

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4 of 4Found Helpful

Reviewed by: Kellee Sikes from St. Louis, MO.
on 6/25/2015

5

Effective BUT....

First off, this deodorant is very effective based on one day's use. After 24 hours I had very, very faint body odor. However, read the directions first (I did not). I applied after showering/ shaving- as I have always done with other deodorants. One underarm was fine- no reaction. The other looks like it's been burned and I have a huge welt that is very painful. The only change in my skincare routine was this product....I have to admit I never expected this reaction based on the description. Irritation is too mild a word for this type of reaction.

Note from Blissoma:
Hi Amy, we are of course glad to hear the product was working for odor prevention, and sad to hear of any skin reaction. Shaving essentially damages the upper layer of skin cells and can inhibit the skin's barrier function, creating a much greater chance of irritation.
Baking soda is extremely effective for odor protection, and when applied to intact skin does not create problems when used at a low percentage like is in this recipe. However the fact that it stings and irritates freshly shaved (compromised) skin is definitely why we included the directions to wait several hours after shaving to use it. This instruction is common among other baking soda based natural deodorants from other brands as well. Results for other clients so far have been very consistently good without skin reaction or aggravation when the product is used as directed.
If you prefer a product that can be used after shaving without this problem one of our sprays may be a better choice. They have no baking soda in them and are the same PH as skin. The Citrus Natural Deodorant Spray has a unisex, clean aroma.
Thank you for giving this product a chance, and we hope it works better for you when used separately from shaving.

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Reviewed by: Amy from Jacksonville FL.
on 12/15/2014

2

Fresh!

This has a lovely fresh sent ensuring ones own freshness.

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Reviewed by: Anne E Rice-Sosne from St Louis, MO.
on 6/6/2015

5

I didn't think it would work.

I do not typically review products. However, I had to write a review for this deodorant just in case anyone was trying to make a decision about ordering the product. I have tried several natural deodorants, and this one is the ONLY product that has perfectly worked for me alone. Normally, when a wear my regular brand of natural deodorant with baking soda, the smell is not pleasant by the end of the day. Other brands worn alone have caused scaring and irritation. If I plan on being active, I mix two different brands together to avoid embarrassing odor. Unfortunately, mixing the two causes more irritation and scaring after a couple of days. Although I decided to try this deodorant, I truly did not believe that it would help me. But, I was very wrong. I have been using the stick deodorant alone daily for a couple of weeks, and it is amazing! I have no odor at the end of the day (even after sweating). There is no irritation on sensitive skin. From morning to late night, this stuff works without reapplying. I recommend this product to anyone. It will work!

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Reviewed by: Tee from Baltimore.
on 10/9/2014

5

I didn't think it would work.

I do not typically review products. However, I had to write a review for this deodorant just in case anyone was trying to make a decision about ordering the product. I have tried several natural deodorants, and this one is the ONLY product that has perfectly worked for me alone. Normally, when a wear my regular brand of natural deodorant with baking soda, the smell is not pleasant by the end of the day. Other brands worn alone have caused scaring and irritation. If I plan on being active, I mix two different brands together to avoid embarrassing odor. Unfortunately, mixing the two causes more irritation and scaring after a couple of days. Although I decided to try this deodorant, I truly did not believe that it would help me. But, I was very wrong. I have been using the stick deodorant alone daily for a couple of weeks, and it is amazing! I have no odor at the end of the day (even after sweating). There is no irritation on sensitive skin. From morning to late night, this stuff works without reapplying. I recommend this product to anyone. It will work!

Directions

Turn dial to advance the stick. Apply thoroughly to clean skin in an even layer. Wait several hours after shaving before using to prevent irritation. Each 2 oz stick is approximately 2 months of daily use.

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